Marriott and Blacksand to develop 10 hotels across Saudi Arabia
Marriott International has partnered with Riyadh-based Blacksand to develop 10 hotels across Saudi Arabia, adding more than 1,300 rooms over the next four years.
Chef Tarek Alameddine launches MUUN
Visionary chef Tarek Alameddine, who is currently at the helm of Beihouse and BUCO, has launched MUUN in Beirut’s Saifi district. The new restaurant brings a contemporary take on Japanese dining and is rooted in simplicity, craftsmanship and respect for exceptional ingredients.
Eye on Oman’s hospitality sector with Jad Germanos, GM of Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC
As travel patterns shift, Oman’s hotel sector stands apart, says Jad Germanos of Crowne Plaza Muscat Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre (OCEC), pointing to authenticity, steady growth and changing guest expectations.
Qiddiya Motorsport Hotel to open in KSA in 2034
Qiddiya Speed City has unveiled plans for the Qiddiya Motorsport Hotel, set to redefine luxury racing hospitality ahead of its opening in 2034.
Gault&Millau Saudi Arabia debuts first edition, celebrating nearly 250 restaurants nationwide
The first edition of the Gault&Millau Saudi Arabia Gala took place on June 2, 2026, at Radisson Manhal – Riyadh, marking a major milestone for the Kingdom’s rapidly evolving culinary and hospitality sectors. In the presence of ambassadors and official representatives, the gala and awards ceremony brought together chefs, restaurants, hospitality professionals, journalists, influencers and partners to highlight culinary excellence and honor the talents shaping the future of Saudi gastronomy.
Oman unveils Greater Muscat Master Plan to transform capital into tourism and lifestyle hub by 2040
Oman continues accelerating tourism investments as Jabal Akhdar attracts global travelers seeking luxury escapes, wellness retreats, and mountain adventures year-round.
Mark Wouters GM of The Chedi Hegra Saudi Arabia on getting personalization right
Mark Wouters, general manager of The Chedi Hegra, believes that hospitality is shaped by intuition, awareness and a refined sense of presence. In this interview, he reveals how to create experiences that leave a lasting emotional connection with every guest.
Ruba Khoury on how Top Chef sparked her Gulf culinary ambitions
Ruba Khoury reveals how Top Chef transformed her life, strengthened her Palestinian identity and sparked ambitious Gulf expansion plans.
Jabal Akhdar drives Oman tourism surge
Oman continues accelerating tourism investments as Jabal Akhdar attracts global travelers seeking luxury escapes, wellness retreats, and mountain adventures year-round.
Chef Karim Haïdar celebrates Lebanese flavors in his new book
Karim Haïdar releases Dictionnaire des Saveurs du Liban, a book exploring Lebanon’s culinary identity through its ingredients, traditions and regional flavors. We sat with the chef and owner of Sama restaurant and Les Mots et le Ciel catering to discuss his book and Lebanese cuisine.
